About schwen

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About schwen
Biography:
Auckland refugee living the dream in Northland. Ex mechanic, draughtsman, engineering designer, Project Manager, Engineering Manager and Operations Manager, now doing what I actually like. Always had rifles since a kid, never really got into shotguns until a couple of years ago, now I shoot clays every weekend.
Location:
Paparoa, Northland
Interests:
Clay busting, varminting, fishing
Occupation:
Farmer, breeding angus service bulls.

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25-05-2024 08:57 AM
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20-11-2021
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  1. schwen
    schwen liked post by Bent Barrel On thread : Nickel Plated Lead Shot - where to buy?!
    Have used copper plated lead shot without any noticeable difference, cut open a shell, the plating was so thin, a marketing gimmick is my thoughts on plated lead shot
    Liked On: 22-01-2024, 09:36 AM
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    schwen liked post by Dan88 On thread : What little pesties did you bowl over today?
    First kill of 2024, causing havoc in the Olds orchard 240711
    Liked On: 03-01-2024, 07:58 AM
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    schwen liked post by garyp On thread : 222 Lee classic
    You can borrow mine for 6 months free as recovering from hip op.
    Liked On: 27-12-2023, 09:55 AM
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    schwen liked post by blip On thread : 22LR Copper Ammunition
    Very wary of coppers
    Liked On: 27-12-2023, 09:49 AM
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    schwen liked post by Gibo On thread : Broke my bolt
    Send us the video when you successfully disassemble and reassemble a sako bolt with your shoe lace
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 09:02 AM
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    schwen liked post by Philipo On thread : Broke my bolt
    The first gen Sauer 100's had a terrible party trick of you being able to slid the bolt in with the handle on the wrong side, then get stuck in the rear of the action & you having to pull the rifle...
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 09:01 AM
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    schwen liked post by Gibo On thread : Broke my bolt
    I have a Sako tool I dont use mate, send me your address and i'll post it down
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 09:00 AM
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    schwen liked post by Makros On thread : Broke my bolt
    Here you go mate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nueM_Q7yPwY Just filmed how to re-cock it on a wooden bench to show you. You're here: 239957 You want to be here: 239958
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 08:59 AM
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    schwen liked post by sportco62 On thread : 308 NORMA MAG
    Be an excuse to get the bike out and go for a ride. I will take it if still available please
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 08:52 AM
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    schwen liked post by chainsaw On thread : Advice please - restoring walnut woodwork
    Thanks everyone, the meths does the trick nicely.
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 08:50 AM
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    schwen liked post by gonetropo On thread : Can 'scopes be freighted straight to NZ without permits at either end?
    2 words " crossbow scope" not going on a firearam
    Liked On: 26-12-2023, 08:46 AM
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    schwen liked post by Moutere On thread : hmmmmmmmmmmmmm
    There was pies? Fuck !
    Liked On: 25-12-2023, 07:49 AM
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    schwen liked post by Shearer On thread : $5k plus rigs, what do you have? Favour?
    Second hand custom rigs come up fairly regularly and sell for about half their build cost. Worth checking out if something ticks the boxes.
    Liked On: 23-12-2023, 08:32 AM
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    schwen liked post by whanahuia On thread : $5k plus rigs, what do you have? Favour?
    I think too some extent, a high quality shotgun, and maybe a similar grade of rifle are wasted on the inexperienced. Purely because they dont have the experience to recognise the small things or...
    Liked On: 23-12-2023, 08:30 AM
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    schwen liked post by Marty Henry On thread : $5k plus rigs, what do you have? Favour?
    Don't forget most people will shoot as well with a $300 lanber, but when you miss with a Beretta dt 11 it looks more stylish.
    Liked On: 23-12-2023, 08:30 AM

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